Barcelona linked with Borussia Dortmund’s Julian Weigl

Barcelona have been linked with a move for Borussia Dortmund star Julian Weigl ahead of the 2020-21 season.

The German international was linked with a move to the Camp Nou in 2016, however the Catalan giants reportedly declining to follow up their initial interest on the then 21-year old.

However according to reports in Diario Sport, the former 1860 Munich star is now a target again, with Ernesto Valverde is considering a bid at the end of the season.

Wiegl signed a contract extension at the start of the season tying him his to the Bundesliga side until 2021, however his price has not increased significantly during his time at Signal Iduna Park, and could be available for around €25M.

Barcelona are likely to strengthen in midfield ahead of next season, with links remaining to Sporting Lisbon's Bruno Fernandes and Atletico Madrid star Saul Niguez.

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